The fair puts the small town of Palmer in the spotlight during its now three-week run, but does the town itself benefit from the festivities? The short answer is yes.
PALMER, Alaska - As the snow begins to creep down the mountains, the Alaska State Fair enters its final weekend.
But the local economic impacts on the businesses of Palmer ebbs and flows, depending on which days the fair is running. The fair pivoted to a three-week format last year, giving vendors Tuesdays and Wednesdays off. Executive Director of theAilis Vann said she sees an uptick in town traffic when the fair is shut down.
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